Spring Valley High School is located in unincorporated Northeast Columbia, South Carolina, United States, and is operated by Richland County School District Two. Opened in the fall of 1970, it was for a long time the sole high school operating in Richland School District Two, replacing Dentsville High School.
Serving 2,314 students in grades 9-12, Spring Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Spring Valley High School's student population of 2,314 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Spring Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Valley High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
52%
31%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Valley High School's ranking?
Spring Valley High School is ranked #71 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Spring Valley High School often compared to?
Spring Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythewood High School, Ridge View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spring Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Spring Valley High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Spring Valley High School?
2,314 students attend Spring Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Spring Valley High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Valley High School?
Spring Valley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Valley High School offer ?
Spring Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Valley High School part of?
Spring Valley High School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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